2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |